Valerie Conners

Families flock to Palm Beach's sugar-white beaches in droves; Aruba's kid-friendly atmosphere prevails at Palm Beach's resorts and restaurants.

The Baths is unlike any other beach in the Caribbean. It features white sandy beaches framed by gigantic granite boulders.

At the northwest tip of South Africa's Cape Peninsula lies the swanky coastal gem Clifton Beach, a haven for international hipsters and jet-setters.

Respite from crowds in Martha's Vineyard can be found up-island.

Some of the world's most gleaming sands, sparkling waters and glamorous coastal getaways line the edges of Europe.

We've selected the world's finest all-inclusive cruises.

Bermuda's famous pink-sand beaches are considered some of the loveliest seaside retreats in the world, and the shores of Horseshoe Bay are no exception.

Trendsetters, jetsetters and beach lovers flock to Newport Beach.

Hulopo'e Beach on the island of Lana'i, long considered one of the world's most perfect stretches of sand, lies at the base of the Four Seasons Lana'i at Manele Bay, creating a perfect union.

Add one of these fun cities to your fall travel itinerary.

Check out these Harry Potter conventions, trips and theme park.

Unknown to many outside the United Kingdom, the isle is home to Newquay, a seaside haven and mecca for surfers from around the globe, where visitors encounter some of the world's finest beaches.

Where's your sense of adventure? Explore the world's wackiest beaches.

Folegandros, a mostly untouched gem in the midst of the Cycladic Islands, has not yet been overwhelmed by tourists that overpopulate the more accessible island destinations like Santorini and Mykonos.

Explore Southampton's fabulous beaches, shopping and dining.